FROM IKHILI EBALU, BENIN CITY
Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo has expressed shock over the news of the passing of a dedicated journalist, Adibe Emenyonu, who until his death served as the state correspondent for Thisday Newspaper in Benin City.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Governor Okpebholo described the death of Emenyonu as an immense loss, not just to his immediate family and media organisation, but to the entire Edo State media community and the state at large.
“I am deeply saddened by the news of the demise of a valued member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Edo State Council, Adibe Emenyonu.
“This is a truly painful moment for all of us. He was known for professionalism, thoroughness, dedication and his contributions to holding the government accountable and informing the public were invaluable.”
The governor prayed that God grants the soul of the departed eternal rest and grant his family, friends and colleagues the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
AljazirahNigeria recalls that Emenyonu collapsed and died on Saturday in Benin City.
